Taverners want smoking rules to "go up in smoke"

Plans by government to further restrict smoking in public places has the hospitality sector fuming and threatening legal action if the regulations are enforced. 16 Jul 2012 16:24

ConCourt clarifies victims of violent and/or destructive gatherings' right to claim damages

[Keshni Pillay] While the South African Constitution allows everyone the rights to picket, present petitions, demonstrate and assemble peacefully and unarmed, the sad reality is that these gatherings often turn violent and destructive. The recourse for victims of this kind of violence was recently clarified by the Constitutional Court. 16 Jul 2012 09:53

Think before you tweet

[Nerushka Deosaran] Last year one media personality threatened to sue another media personality claiming that her tweets were defamatory to their brand. The tweets included the adjectives "young hoe" and "drunk." The target's lawyers sent a letter requesting a halt on the tweets, an apology and damages in the amount of R85 000. 16 Jul 2012 09:14

How to kick off investor negotiations

[Adrian Dommisse] It can take months of pitching before you find the right investor for your business, but finalising the deal can be tricky. 12 Jul 2012 16:16

Premier accepts Mmemezi's resignation

Gauteng Premier Nomvula Mokonyane has accepted the resignation of MEC for Local Government and Housing, Humphrey Mmemezi. 12 Jul 2012 12:02

Alleged illicit liquor dealer to face court

An alleged kingpin in the illicit liquor trade is expected to appear in the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court as the South African Revenue Service (SARS) clamps down on traders who evade paying duty on alcohol. 11 Jul 2012 12:22

Probe into SA ambassador over MTN

The department of international relations has confirmed it is investigating allegations that the former ambassador to Iran‚ Yusuf Salojee‚ accepted payments from MTN. 11 Jul 2012 12:08

Infrastructure programme to improve economy

South Africa's infrastructure programme must unlock the economic potential of the country, says President Jacob Zuma. 9 Jul 2012 13:20

Internet loss: FBI shuts down servers

NEWSWATCH: Many thousands of people could lose their internet access as the FBI shuts down servers to break up a gang of cybercriminals, reports the BBC 9 Jul 2012 07:37

Home Affairs calls for tighter immigration laws

Home Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has called for the tightening up of South Africa's immigration laws and suggested a revised Refugee Act to beef up the country's security. 6 Jul 2012 12:15

Human resources is all about managing people

From health care to education, every industry makes use of personnel management. That is why Human Resources (HR) is so important to an organisation. HR is responsible for the management of employees and any workplace associated difficulties or complications. 6 Jul 2012 11:22

Surprise! We're suspicious of the info bill

NEWSWATCH: An Ipsos survey has found that South Africans view the proposed protection of State Information Bill with suspicion, reports Politicsweb. 6 Jul 2012 07:49

Returns policies and the CPA

[Danie Strachan] Many retailers have standard policies that deal with returns and repairs relating to defective products. Some of these policies may have been drafted long ago and have probably become outdated due to changing legislation. 6 Jul 2012 07:32

Cellphone ban may lead to lower insurance costs

Business Day says that if substantial fines were imposed on drivers who use mobile phones while driving, insurance premiums for all motorists would be lower according to Helen Szemerei, chief executive of Integrisure, a specialised insurance company. 5 Jul 2012 16:11